An adolescent is being treated with growth hormone. When assessing for potential adverse effects, what assessment should the nurse prioritize?
A) Deep tendon reflexes
B) Level of anxiety
C) Respiratory rate
D) Blood glucose
D
Feedback:
Somatropin decreases insulin sensitivity, resulting in hyperglycemia. Patients most at risk for increased insulin sensitivity are those with obesity, Turner's syndrome, or a family history of diabetes mellitus. Growth hormone can cause anxiety, but is not a priority assessment in this case. The respiratory rate is not the most important objective assessment in this case.
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